20 days in Fussen, Fes & Bruges Itinerary

Framed by the Alps and set upon a riverbank, the city of Fussen in addition to its historic architecture is the epicenter of Germany’s traditional violin-making industry.

Change things up with these side-trips from Fussen: Zipfelsbach Wasserfall (in Hinterstein), Oberstaufen (Museum Beim Strumpfar & Imberg / Skiarea Steibis) and Spieserlift (in Unterjoch). Next up on the itinerary: explore the historical opulence of Schloss Neuschwanstein, steep yourself in history at Altstadt von Fuessen, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Zugspitze, and admire the landmark architecture of Schloss Hohenschwangau.

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St. Petersburg, Russia to Fussen is an approximately 10-hour combination of flight and train. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 2 hours traveling from St. Petersburg to Fussen. In March, Fussen is somewhat warmer than St. Petersburg - with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Sat) early enough to travel to Fes.

Morocco's former capital, Fes enchants visitors with its walled medina, a labyrinthine web of pedestrian-only streets and a World Heritage Site.

When in Fes, make a side trip to see Bou Inania Medersa in Meknes, approximately Meknes away. Spend the 8th (Mon) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Spend the 12th (Fri) spotting exotic species with a safari tour. Next up on the itinerary: wander the streets of Medina of Fez, ponder the design of Palais Dar Pacha Tazi, soak in style at Turkish baths, and learn and have fun at Medina Children's Library.

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Getting from Fussen to Fes by combination of train and flight takes about 12 hours. Other options: do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Fussen to Fes is minus 1 hour. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Fussen in March: high temperatures in Fes hover around 23°C and lows are around 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Fri) early enough to travel to Bruges.

The medieval town of Bruges centers around a canal, and the architecture of its historical district has made it a World Heritage Site.

Change things up with these side-trips from Bruges: Ghent (St. Veerleplein, Gravensteen, &more) and Antwerp (Red Star Line Museum, Cathedral of Our Lady, &more). The adventure continues: contemplate the long history of Historic Centre of Brugge, examine the collection at Friet Museum, pause for some serene contemplation at Onze-Lieve-Vrouw ter Potterie, and don't miss a visit to The Markt.

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You can do a combination of flight, shuttle, and train from Fes to Bruges in 8.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or do a combination of train and bus. The time zone difference moving from Western European Standard Time to Central European Standard Time is 1 hour. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Fes in March; daily highs in Bruges reach 11°C and lows reach 2°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 20th (Sat) to allow time for travel back home.